Implementasi Permainan Boneka Tangan Untuk Meningkatkan Kecerdasan Verbal Linguistik Anak Usia Dini

Abstract

Early childhood education is a crucial stage in a child's language development. Language plays a significant role in the learning and communication process. Children aged 5-6 years old can already speak more than 2,500 words. In kindergarten (5-6 years old), the most common and effective language skill is speaking. This is in accordance with the general characteristics of children's language skills at that age, including the ability to listen, speak clearly, follow three instructions, and retell a short story in a logical sequence and with correct grammar. In this modern era, early childhood education is a primary concern in efforts to shape good morals and character from an early age. Therefore, it is important for us to use effective and engaging learning methods to enhance their moral development. One effective way to develop children's listening skills is through games using hand puppets. Learning through hand puppets as a communication tool to convey messages makes storytelling a learning medium in schools